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Come out and eat! 8 00:01:46,570 --> 00:01:48,400 Come and eat the meat! 9 00:01:51,200 --> 00:01:53,160 Come and eat! 10 00:01:59,940 --> 00:02:02,110 Now, shoot now! 11 00:02:21,400 --> 00:02:24,330 Come and eat! 12 00:02:29,830 --> 00:02:31,880 Eat the meat! 13 00:02:34,500 --> 00:02:36,540 Your Majesty, look there. 14 00:02:40,300 --> 00:02:41,870 Go! 15 00:03:03,700 --> 00:03:08,560 Your Majesty, don't go over. He's been bitten and is all bloody, you may be shocked. 16 00:03:20,600 --> 00:03:24,880 Doctor Huo, leave me. 17 00:03:24,880 --> 00:03:28,900 Don't look around, this place is hell. 18 00:03:28,900 --> 00:03:32,970 Such a good person shouldn't stay here. 19 00:03:34,190 --> 00:03:37,300 So, Doctor Huo died in such a terrible manner. 20 00:03:37,300 --> 00:03:42,690 But, the two women who caused his death didn't have a great outcome. 21 00:03:42,690 --> 00:03:47,050 They each died of illness under the age of thirty. 22 00:03:47,600 --> 00:03:50,190 They got what they deserved 23 00:03:51,790 --> 00:03:56,530 But I think that Doctor Huo didn't die. 24 00:03:58,100 --> 00:04:01,860 What? How could that be possible? 25 00:04:02,570 --> 00:04:07,400 how can someone with handcuff survive Wolf Mountain? 26 00:04:11,700 --> 00:04:15,920 He's right...in front of me. 27 00:04:20,800 --> 00:04:25,730 You're joking, how could I be Huo Yang Hong? 28 00:04:25,730 --> 00:04:27,670 Lang Kun, 29 00:04:27,670 --> 00:04:32,500 Do you know why I've cherished you so much for these eighteen years? 30 00:04:34,800 --> 00:04:37,630 because I have been loyal to you, never disobedient your majesty 31 00:04:37,630 --> 00:04:40,530 -Your Majesty... -Then, the first time that I saw you... 32 00:04:41,900 --> 00:04:44,840 I thought the look in your eyes was very similar to Doctor Huo. 33 00:04:53,820 --> 00:04:56,540 I see 34 00:04:58,830 --> 00:05:02,500 But other than that, Huo Yang Hong and I... 35 00:05:02,500 --> 00:05:04,640 Aren't similar at all. 36 00:05:07,400 --> 00:05:09,660 The hidden house at the top of the mountain, 37 00:05:09,660 --> 00:05:13,200 And the path leading to the summit, did you build those? 38 00:05:14,100 --> 00:05:18,580 What are talking about, Your Majesty? I don't understand. 39 00:05:19,130 --> 00:05:23,800 I've already taken your sketch to the owner of the brick shop. He recognized you at once. 40 00:05:23,800 --> 00:05:27,210 So, when you left every year, saying you're searching for a marriage, 41 00:05:27,210 --> 00:05:30,540 You were building that hidden little house, 42 00:05:30,540 --> 00:05:34,400 And constructing that pathway, right? 43 00:05:35,200 --> 00:05:39,260 In this world, can be this thoughtful 44 00:05:39,260 --> 00:05:41,790 and be considerate of me 45 00:05:43,170 --> 00:05:45,100 Other than Doctor Huo, 46 00:05:46,100 --> 00:05:48,350 There's no one else. 47 00:05:51,290 --> 00:05:55,260 Lang Kun, tell me straight. 48 00:05:56,900 --> 00:05:58,940 Are you Huo Yang Hong? 49 00:06:01,360 --> 00:06:06,420 Your Majesty, because you've researched everything so clearly... 50 00:06:10,500 --> 00:06:12,700 I won't hide it any longer. 51 00:06:14,010 --> 00:06:18,800 Actually, the story from before hasn't be finished yet. 52 00:06:18,800 --> 00:06:23,640 That day, I was captured and thrown onto Wolf Mountain. 53 00:06:37,500 --> 00:06:39,170 Get over there! 54 00:06:40,340 --> 00:06:42,360 -Let's go, hurry. -What are you all doing? 55 00:06:42,360 --> 00:06:45,380 Hey, Hey! 56 00:06:45,380 --> 00:06:47,540 Don't leave me here! 57 00:06:51,900 --> 00:06:54,860 After I had woken up, 58 00:06:54,860 --> 00:06:58,910 I found that I was in my master's hospital. 59 00:06:59,570 --> 00:07:04,200 And I saw him. I thought I was dreaming. 60 00:07:05,800 --> 00:07:07,900 Who knew it was real. 61 00:07:09,810 --> 00:07:12,210 No, don't! 62 00:07:12,210 --> 00:07:15,800 Huo Yang Hong, Huo Yang Hong! Don't be scared. 63 00:07:15,800 --> 00:07:18,560 You're already safe. 64 00:07:19,300 --> 00:07:22,570 Who...who saved me? 65 00:07:22,570 --> 00:07:25,800 You'll see them after a while. 66 00:07:25,800 --> 00:07:29,200 Right now, what's important is that you recover. 67 00:07:29,200 --> 00:07:31,100 Your injuries are very serious. 68 00:07:31,690 --> 00:07:35,900 This face...has been wrecked. 69 00:07:38,700 --> 00:07:40,300 My face... 70 00:07:41,100 --> 00:07:42,500 Don't worry. 71 00:07:42,500 --> 00:07:45,900 I'll heal your injuries, believe me. 72 00:07:45,900 --> 00:07:49,510 I've never lied to you, 73 00:07:49,510 --> 00:07:51,190 Right? 74 00:07:57,400 --> 00:07:59,200 Then what? 75 00:08:00,100 --> 00:08:03,490 My master worked hard to heal my injuries. 76 00:08:03,490 --> 00:08:05,540 mentally and physically exhausted 77 00:08:07,300 --> 00:08:11,820 he even lost count how many times he was ill 78 00:08:11,820 --> 00:08:14,900 He didn't let me see what I looked like. 79 00:08:15,460 --> 00:08:18,420 Not until seven or eight months had passed and I was fully recovered. 80 00:08:21,500 --> 00:08:24,040 Then, I finally saw my appearance. 81 00:08:24,970 --> 00:08:30,070 I was no longer the same. I had become a different person... 82 00:08:33,400 --> 00:08:35,030 Lang Kun. 83 00:08:40,800 --> 00:08:45,020 Although Lang Kun's appearance couldn't compare to Huo Yang Hong, 84 00:08:45,020 --> 00:08:47,620 At least I looked brave. 85 00:08:47,620 --> 00:08:51,290 I've...already forcefully accepted that. 86 00:08:57,600 --> 00:09:00,000 Then who saved you? 87 00:09:10,410 --> 00:09:13,890 Huo Yang Hong, someone's here to see you. 88 00:09:13,890 --> 00:09:14,900 Who is it? 89 00:09:14,900 --> 00:09:18,600 Aren't you the one asking about who saved you? 90 00:09:18,600 --> 00:09:20,310 They're here now. 91 00:09:22,700 --> 00:09:27,170 Your Majesty, this is Huo Yang Hong. 92 00:09:28,800 --> 00:09:33,100 Lang Kun...no. 93 00:09:33,100 --> 00:09:34,830 Right now...can I... 94 00:09:35,930 --> 00:09:41,150 Call you Huo Yang Hong? 95 00:09:43,300 --> 00:09:48,110 Your Majesty, you've called me Lang Kun for eighteen years now. 96 00:09:48,110 --> 00:09:51,700 You're more used to that name. 97 00:09:59,400 --> 00:10:01,380 I didn't think that... 98 00:10:02,960 --> 00:10:05,940 The person that I cared for most... 99 00:10:06,610 --> 00:10:09,200 Was always by my side. 100 00:10:09,800 --> 00:10:13,500 Right now, I really don't know how to sum up my emotions. 101 00:10:13,500 --> 00:10:15,860 It's like I had a dream. 102 00:10:17,580 --> 00:10:19,560 But, also like... 103 00:10:20,800 --> 00:10:23,210 I slowly lived through my life. 104 00:10:23,210 --> 00:10:27,090 maybe this is what they said a lifetime had passed 105 00:10:31,300 --> 00:10:33,960 Oh right, I'm very curious. 106 00:10:33,960 --> 00:10:37,600 you were gentle, refined in manner and scholarlike 107 00:10:37,600 --> 00:10:39,780 But now, you're 108 00:10:40,400 --> 00:10:43,550 such arrogant and reckless 109 00:10:44,880 --> 00:10:49,300 I learned it from gambling house and brothel 110 00:10:49,960 --> 00:10:51,800 This way, customer. 111 00:10:59,900 --> 00:11:02,540 Hey, you haven't payed yet. 112 00:11:06,800 --> 00:11:08,450 don't you dare dine and dash! 113 00:11:29,040 --> 00:11:30,770 Hey, customer. 114 00:11:46,000 --> 00:11:48,750 So, that's why when I saw you again... 115 00:11:48,750 --> 00:11:50,520 Other than the look in your eyes, 116 00:11:50,520 --> 00:11:52,490 From head to toe, 117 00:11:52,490 --> 00:11:55,820 You no longer were alike to Huo Yang Hong. 118 00:11:55,820 --> 00:11:57,400 But, 119 00:11:57,880 --> 00:12:00,670 You didn't have to change completely. 120 00:12:00,670 --> 00:12:03,250 if I don't act like a bad guy 121 00:12:03,250 --> 00:12:05,160 people such like Prince of Guangding 122 00:12:05,160 --> 00:12:08,250 how can they trust me? 123 00:12:13,320 --> 00:12:14,950 These years, 124 00:12:16,220 --> 00:12:17,910 You must've suffered. 125 00:12:19,670 --> 00:12:22,450 I did return to your side afterall, 126 00:12:23,090 --> 00:12:25,870 So all the struggles I faced, 127 00:12:25,870 --> 00:12:27,760 Paid back. 128 00:12:28,400 --> 00:12:30,700 I'm ashamed to say... 129 00:12:31,730 --> 00:12:34,120 That I've treated you 130 00:12:34,520 --> 00:12:38,110 so coldly and always punished you. 131 00:12:38,110 --> 00:12:40,350 I am not worthy 132 00:12:40,350 --> 00:12:41,860 No. 133 00:12:42,570 --> 00:12:46,120 Your Majesty, you're a good person. 134 00:12:48,490 --> 00:12:50,640 Stop comforting me now. 135 00:12:54,730 --> 00:12:56,910 Actually, a lot of the time, 136 00:12:57,600 --> 00:13:00,140 I hate myself. 137 00:13:01,330 --> 00:13:04,330 Although you do yell about fighting and killing, 138 00:13:04,330 --> 00:13:06,740 But, you've never killed anyone. 139 00:13:07,220 --> 00:13:09,670 And you've never caused someone to die. 140 00:13:10,330 --> 00:13:13,050 in this palace, infernal hell 141 00:13:13,910 --> 00:13:16,050 Your Majesty... 142 00:13:16,050 --> 00:13:18,620 You're a kind person. 143 00:13:20,000 --> 00:13:28,200 Timing and Subtitles brought to you by the Legend of the Phoenix Volunteer Team @ Viki 144 00:13:29,530 --> 00:13:33,080 Lang Kun, please accept my bow. 145 00:13:56,860 --> 00:14:00,680 You said that you can't buy more peaceful incenses, why is that? 146 00:14:00,680 --> 00:14:03,780 Your Majesty, I probably won't be able to finish what you ask 147 00:14:03,780 --> 00:14:05,910 persuade Princess Royal to stop 148 00:14:05,910 --> 00:14:10,770 I think that the moment I open my mouth, she'll kill me. 149 00:14:10,770 --> 00:14:14,380 She listens to every word that Yan Zheng says. 150 00:14:14,380 --> 00:14:18,980 Yan Zheng is Yan Kuan's younger brother, what ideas would he be giving? 151 00:14:18,980 --> 00:14:23,580 He told the Princess to win over peoples' hearts and do nothing else. 152 00:14:26,490 --> 00:14:28,050 Nevermind. 153 00:14:28,770 --> 00:14:32,640 There's no use in convincing, no use. 154 00:14:33,390 --> 00:14:36,620 Ning Zhi, then you should come back. 155 00:14:36,620 --> 00:14:39,210 Stop going to see the Princess. 156 00:14:39,210 --> 00:14:41,280 Just in case you get involved, 157 00:14:41,280 --> 00:14:44,260 I couldn't handle that. 158 00:14:44,260 --> 00:14:45,790 Not yet. 159 00:14:45,790 --> 00:14:47,960 I must stay by Her Majesty's side. 160 00:14:47,960 --> 00:14:51,170 If the Princess knows that you have other intentions while staying by her, 161 00:14:51,170 --> 00:14:53,530 She won't be gentle on you. 162 00:14:53,530 --> 00:14:58,270 Princess Royal has a violent temper, so I can't let her got what she wants. 163 00:14:58,270 --> 00:15:01,200 You're right. His Majesty just is fond of his reputation. 164 00:15:01,200 --> 00:15:03,930 But in reality, he wants to be a clear ruler. 165 00:15:03,930 --> 00:15:07,850 Compared to the Princess, he's more suitable of the throne. 166 00:15:07,850 --> 00:15:12,070 Right now, the Princess thinks that I'm still useful. 167 00:15:12,070 --> 00:15:14,250 I should continue to stay with her 168 00:15:14,250 --> 00:15:17,110 and see if there's more chance 169 00:15:18,110 --> 00:15:19,600 You little girl... 170 00:15:19,600 --> 00:15:22,420 Are you trying to save the country and citizens? 171 00:15:23,400 --> 00:15:25,550 I grew up with the folk, 172 00:15:25,550 --> 00:15:28,480 Although I moved around everywhere for a living, 173 00:15:28,480 --> 00:15:30,000 I lived 174 00:15:30,000 --> 00:15:32,640 very comfortably and happily. 175 00:15:33,190 --> 00:15:37,020 I think that life is basically like that. 176 00:15:38,710 --> 00:15:40,370 Your Majesty, 177 00:15:40,370 --> 00:15:43,510 If we let the Princess take over the Great Liang, 178 00:15:43,510 --> 00:15:46,670 I believe that everything will disappear and change. 179 00:15:48,600 --> 00:15:52,540 This isn't saving the country and citizens? 180 00:15:52,540 --> 00:15:54,930 you have this disposition 181 00:15:54,930 --> 00:15:57,890 then bound to take on heavy responsibilities 182 00:16:00,700 --> 00:16:06,300 Bro, stop saying that. This is life, stop saying that. 183 00:16:06,300 --> 00:16:07,530 Stop saying that now. 184 00:16:07,530 --> 00:16:09,930 How come Lord Lang is so drunk? 185 00:16:09,930 --> 00:16:12,180 My heart is like it was just burnt. 186 00:16:12,180 --> 00:16:14,520 How could the something be so unfair? 187 00:16:14,520 --> 00:16:16,600 he clearly is a scumbag 188 00:16:16,600 --> 00:16:19,470 but he is up there with his throne 189 00:16:19,470 --> 00:16:21,700 you, the chosen one 190 00:16:21,700 --> 00:16:24,750 got demoted to the border, suffering hardship 191 00:16:25,760 --> 00:16:28,690 Yu, what nonsense were you spluttering? 192 00:16:28,690 --> 00:16:30,250 Sis, 193 00:16:30,880 --> 00:16:32,670 I didn't say nonsense! 194 00:16:32,670 --> 00:16:35,580 even if I don't say it, you think those offcials 195 00:16:35,580 --> 00:16:39,880 civil and military ministers, don't know what that scumbag did back then?! 196 00:16:39,880 --> 00:16:42,590 I just want to take back what belonged to me! 197 00:16:42,590 --> 00:16:44,870 Some things you can do... 198 00:16:44,870 --> 00:16:46,620 But you can't say! 199 00:16:46,620 --> 00:16:50,230 Princess Royal, hurry and protest. 200 00:16:50,230 --> 00:16:51,570 If we endure any longer, 201 00:16:51,570 --> 00:16:56,680 if that fatuous emperor found out and take precautions, then all our efforts will go down the drain 202 00:16:59,080 --> 00:17:00,640 Princess Royal, 203 00:17:00,640 --> 00:17:02,900 I have something to do. I'm leaving. 204 00:17:02,900 --> 00:17:04,780 Wait. 205 00:17:04,780 --> 00:17:06,490 Grand Marshal Wei, 206 00:17:06,490 --> 00:17:08,500 What is this thing that you must leave for? 207 00:17:08,500 --> 00:17:11,790 I need to go and speak with Minister Wen, General Tan, 208 00:17:11,790 --> 00:17:17,870 and General Yang. If they don't understand that's fine, but they've pulled in this scoundrel. That's bold but not very astute (idiom) 209 00:17:17,870 --> 00:17:19,900 Will anything come from that? 210 00:17:19,900 --> 00:17:22,670 What are you saying Wei Guang? What scoundrel? 211 00:17:22,670 --> 00:17:25,490 What do you mean by brave but unwise? Tell me! 212 00:17:25,490 --> 00:17:28,780 Wei Guang, I always respected you. 213 00:17:28,780 --> 00:17:30,900 But, you cannot shame my bro like this! 214 00:17:30,900 --> 00:17:33,550 We've got nothing prepared right now. 215 00:17:33,550 --> 00:17:36,900 We've got no forage, no saltpeter, no weapons. 216 00:17:36,900 --> 00:17:39,560 What do we use? Huh? 217 00:17:41,170 --> 00:17:43,200 The things you just mentioned... 218 00:17:43,200 --> 00:17:45,250 We prepared those all long ago! 219 00:17:45,250 --> 00:17:47,140 We just didn't tell you. 220 00:17:47,140 --> 00:17:50,640 Stop arguing now! We're all on the same side. 221 00:17:50,640 --> 00:17:52,880 I know that everyone is anxious, 222 00:17:52,880 --> 00:17:55,080 I can tell you that 223 00:17:55,080 --> 00:17:56,760 Starting... 224 00:17:56,760 --> 00:17:58,930 It's just around the corner... 225 00:17:58,930 --> 00:18:02,960 Just around the corner? Sis, 226 00:18:02,960 --> 00:18:08,340 These four words have been spinning and spinning in my ears, I've got blisters! 227 00:18:08,340 --> 00:18:10,450 I don't want to do this anymore! 228 00:18:13,040 --> 00:18:15,960 Bro, let's... 229 00:18:15,960 --> 00:18:16,640 Go drink some. 230 00:18:16,640 --> 00:18:17,730 Okay! 231 00:18:17,730 --> 00:18:20,250 Let's drink until the skies flip around. 232 00:18:20,250 --> 00:18:22,000 I just don't understand... 233 00:18:22,000 --> 00:18:26,830 Why we've prepared the hardest part but still haven't done anything. 234 00:18:26,830 --> 00:18:28,780 Let's go drink. 235 00:18:48,700 --> 00:18:49,710 Did anyone follow us? 236 00:18:49,710 --> 00:18:51,460 Probably not. 237 00:18:54,260 --> 00:18:59,590 If I didn't guess wrong, Yan Zheng was watching us from the restaurant next door last time. 238 00:18:59,590 --> 00:19:02,750 This Yan Zheng...is the same as his brother. 239 00:19:02,750 --> 00:19:04,820 Slippery as an eel. 240 00:19:06,120 --> 00:19:07,750 Oh right, 241 00:19:07,750 --> 00:19:12,520 Yesterday, the Prince said that the toughest part had already been prepared for. 242 00:19:12,520 --> 00:19:15,800 What do you think that is? 243 00:19:16,600 --> 00:19:18,970 There was always a legend... 244 00:19:18,970 --> 00:19:22,990 That Princess Royal and Prince of Guangding have a secret saltpeter storehouse in Yan city. 245 00:19:22,990 --> 00:19:27,250 I think what the Prince was talking about was this storehouse. 246 00:19:27,250 --> 00:19:29,440 Saltpeter storehouse? 247 00:19:30,290 --> 00:19:32,180 Where are the imperial court's? 248 00:19:32,180 --> 00:19:33,820 The court has three. 249 00:19:33,820 --> 00:19:37,070 One is at Smoky Cloud station, one is near Cow mountain. 250 00:19:37,070 --> 00:19:39,300 And one is at Old West Gate. 251 00:19:39,840 --> 00:19:42,590 There isn't a Yong Dong Gate storehouse? 252 00:19:43,160 --> 00:19:48,450 Yong Dong Gate is so close to the palace...it wouldn't possibly be there. 253 00:19:48,450 --> 00:19:53,170 Why do I remember... that I saw a map 254 00:19:53,170 --> 00:19:56,560 and Yong Dong Gate saltpeter store house was on it. 255 00:19:56,560 --> 00:19:59,940 That map...where did you see it? 256 00:20:01,440 --> 00:20:04,790 Do you remember a few months ago, I told you that Ban LIng'er and I 257 00:20:04,790 --> 00:20:07,010 buried the Prince of Beiying. 258 00:20:09,880 --> 00:20:12,700 Where's that item you saw before? 259 00:20:12,700 --> 00:20:14,640 Okay, I'll go check. 260 00:20:24,020 --> 00:20:25,620 Here. 261 00:20:31,910 --> 00:20:34,500 'Yong Dong Gate saltpeter storehouse'? 262 00:20:34,500 --> 00:20:36,790 Go dig a hole, we must bury this first. 263 00:20:36,790 --> 00:20:39,060 We can't let people know we have his belongings. 264 00:20:39,060 --> 00:20:41,700 - Okay. - Be quick. 265 00:20:44,660 --> 00:20:46,600 Saltpeter storehouse... 266 00:20:46,600 --> 00:20:50,040 The Prince of Beiying was at Yan city to do things for the Princess Royal, 267 00:20:50,040 --> 00:20:52,340 This Yong Dong Gate storehouse... 268 00:20:52,340 --> 00:20:56,090 Most likely is the most important part like they said. 269 00:20:56,090 --> 00:20:58,430 If we destroyed this storehouse, 270 00:20:58,430 --> 00:21:02,160 Then the Princess starting would be delayed. 271 00:21:02,970 --> 00:21:05,690 Where's the map right now? 272 00:21:05,690 --> 00:21:09,830 I remembered I was a in a rush. I should've buried it... 273 00:21:09,830 --> 00:21:14,360 In the back, near the spirit stone under a magnolia tree. 274 00:21:14,360 --> 00:21:15,940 Have you told His Majesty about it? 275 00:21:15,940 --> 00:21:17,660 Probably not. 276 00:21:17,660 --> 00:21:19,050 His Majesty saved me, 277 00:21:19,050 --> 00:21:21,010 And quieted things about the Prince of Beiying. 278 00:21:21,010 --> 00:21:23,560 No one mentioned it, so 279 00:21:23,560 --> 00:21:25,610 I didn't talk about it. 280 00:21:25,610 --> 00:21:27,170 About the saltpeter storehouse... 281 00:21:27,170 --> 00:21:28,850 don't tell his Majesty yet. 282 00:21:28,850 --> 00:21:30,540 Let me investigate the event first. 283 00:21:30,540 --> 00:21:31,870 The most important thing right now 284 00:21:31,870 --> 00:21:33,130 You must be by the Princess more. 285 00:21:33,130 --> 00:21:34,660 From her few words, 286 00:21:34,660 --> 00:21:37,300 see if you can know about when she's going to start. 287 00:21:37,300 --> 00:21:40,680 But, please don't gamble. 288 00:21:42,870 --> 00:21:44,300 Oh right, 289 00:21:44,300 --> 00:21:46,310 His Majesty knew that you were getting close to the Princess. 290 00:21:46,310 --> 00:21:48,250 Did he have any reactions? 291 00:21:49,490 --> 00:21:51,360 His majesty approved it. 292 00:22:01,840 --> 00:22:05,220 Your Majesty, I have something important to report. 293 00:22:06,790 --> 00:22:10,200 Your Majesty, I have something important- 294 00:22:11,060 --> 00:22:12,830 What is it? 295 00:22:12,830 --> 00:22:14,860 Yan Kuan is babbling evil nonsense again. 296 00:22:14,860 --> 00:22:16,950 He found a brunch of crows from who knows where. 297 00:22:16,950 --> 00:22:20,000 They flew near the prison. 298 00:22:25,200 --> 00:22:28,730 A grand fire ball arising from the East, 299 00:22:28,730 --> 00:22:31,900 Turns into exploding fireworks. 300 00:22:31,900 --> 00:22:35,300 The ground is covered in dead bodies. 301 00:22:35,300 --> 00:22:39,110 Fire ball...fireworks... 302 00:22:39,110 --> 00:22:41,840 He's just making up things, don't worry. 303 00:22:41,840 --> 00:22:44,380 Yes. There's one more thing. 304 00:22:44,380 --> 00:22:48,500 Before, I stopped a large shipment of fire saltpeter. 305 00:22:48,500 --> 00:22:51,320 I was just about to question the people, 306 00:22:51,320 --> 00:22:54,720 But they all swallowed poison and killed themselves. 307 00:22:54,720 --> 00:22:58,300 Could it be the Princess ordering people to ship saltpeter? 308 00:22:58,300 --> 00:23:02,390 Did she...locate a storehouse in Yan city? 309 00:23:02,390 --> 00:23:04,200 I also thought so. 310 00:23:04,950 --> 00:23:10,000 Send people to search around for the saltpeter. It must be found! 311 00:23:10,000 --> 00:23:11,430 -Yes. -Hold on. 312 00:23:11,430 --> 00:23:13,140 Don't let this spread. 313 00:23:13,140 --> 00:23:18,500 If the Princess hears that we know, she may act ahead of time. 314 00:23:18,500 --> 00:23:21,600 Hurry and order the prime ministers to discuss! 315 00:23:21,600 --> 00:23:23,860 I understand. 316 00:23:30,300 --> 00:23:33,940 Your Majesty, has he left? 317 00:23:33,940 --> 00:23:36,580 Your Majesty, are you still cold? 318 00:23:36,580 --> 00:23:40,160 Do you want to call a doctor to treat you? 319 00:23:40,160 --> 00:23:42,960 No need. The medicine the doctors prescribe... 320 00:23:42,960 --> 00:23:45,800 Are all the same. They aren't as effective as your body. 321 00:23:48,300 --> 00:23:51,180 Your Majesty, Consort Ning has arrived. 322 00:24:02,900 --> 00:24:05,470 Greetings, Your Majesty. 323 00:24:05,470 --> 00:24:07,780 Ning Zhi, when you were with Princess Royal, 324 00:24:07,780 --> 00:24:11,040 Did you hear anything about where the saltpeter would be located? 325 00:24:12,280 --> 00:24:16,800 I heard about the saltpeter, but I don't know the exact location. 326 00:24:17,900 --> 00:24:22,690 Just before, I heard that a large shipment of saltpeter was stopped. 327 00:24:22,690 --> 00:24:25,600 I'm guessing the Princess will use this for her apocalypse. 328 00:24:25,600 --> 00:24:28,220 But I can't search around the whole city, it might alert her. 329 00:24:28,220 --> 00:24:31,000 Right now, I'm bewildered. 330 00:24:31,000 --> 00:24:34,780 I will investigate undercover about it. You must not act rashly. 331 00:24:34,780 --> 00:24:37,160 The Princess's men are in the shadows, 332 00:24:37,160 --> 00:24:40,740 Your Majesty, your every move is in the open. 333 00:24:40,740 --> 00:24:45,500 I know. Now, I can only rely on the people I'm close with. 334 00:24:49,400 --> 00:24:52,710 Your Majesty, Your Majesty! 335 00:24:52,710 --> 00:24:55,840 Is the saltpeter storehouse somewhere at Yong Dong gate? 336 00:24:55,840 --> 00:24:57,440 How did you know? 337 00:24:57,440 --> 00:25:01,400 -Last time, when we were burying the Prince, didn't we... -Shut your mouth! 338 00:25:01,930 --> 00:25:06,710 Ban Ling 'er. Now that you're a palace maid in Guang Xuan Palace, no one can bully you. 339 00:25:06,710 --> 00:25:11,300 Palace maids shouldn't worry about these matters. 340 00:25:11,300 --> 00:25:14,700 Don't ever mention what happened with the Prince. 341 00:25:14,700 --> 00:25:16,800 Your Majesty, you know, right? 342 00:25:16,800 --> 00:25:19,020 Yesterday, when His Majesty asked you... 343 00:25:19,020 --> 00:25:22,600 Why didn't you tell him? He's very nervous right now. 344 00:25:22,600 --> 00:25:26,130 This hasn't been investigated clearly yet. 345 00:25:26,130 --> 00:25:29,210 Once we start, we'll easily startle the snake hidden in the grass. 346 00:25:29,210 --> 00:25:33,300 You should properly take care of His Majesty. That's your part. 347 00:25:33,300 --> 00:25:34,820 Understood? 348 00:25:34,820 --> 00:25:36,470 Understood. 349 00:25:47,270 --> 00:25:50,000 [Yong De Palace] 350 00:25:52,100 --> 00:25:54,070 Greetings, Your Majesty. 351 00:25:54,070 --> 00:25:58,370 You still know I'm the Empress, huh? Get up and talk! 352 00:25:58,370 --> 00:26:00,290 Thank you, Your Majesty. 353 00:26:02,100 --> 00:26:07,770 I received news that you were out drinking with the Prince yesterday, and that you were bad-mouthing me. 354 00:26:07,770 --> 00:26:09,940 Each word and sentence, tell me it all. 355 00:26:09,940 --> 00:26:13,100 If you miss a single word, I'll smack you. 356 00:26:13,100 --> 00:26:14,300 I didn't... 357 00:26:14,300 --> 00:26:18,630 What? You dare speak but not confess? 358 00:26:21,100 --> 00:26:24,600 All of you leave. Don't even let a fly in. 359 00:26:25,200 --> 00:26:26,920 Yes. 360 00:26:39,200 --> 00:26:42,120 I didn't think that...Doctor Huo's medical skills are high, 361 00:26:42,120 --> 00:26:45,330 And so are his acting skills. 362 00:26:45,330 --> 00:26:49,000 I've served you for so many years. All that I've learned... 363 00:26:49,000 --> 00:26:51,790 Cannot even up to your one crucial moment. 364 00:26:51,790 --> 00:26:54,330 I've become used to posing. 365 00:26:54,330 --> 00:26:58,480 But before, I was scared they would be able to tell. 366 00:26:58,480 --> 00:27:02,000 Don't worry. You won't be seen through by people. 367 00:27:02,000 --> 00:27:03,220 Why? 368 00:27:03,220 --> 00:27:05,250 Empress' natural disposition isn't an angry one. 369 00:27:05,250 --> 00:27:09,880 Even when just sitting here, you made people shudder. 370 00:27:10,600 --> 00:27:15,940 What you're saying...is that I'm not warm enough to people? 371 00:27:15,940 --> 00:27:20,200 Well, Huo Yang Hong! You hid by my side for so many years and never told me, 372 00:27:20,200 --> 00:27:23,120 And now you dare to tease me! 373 00:27:23,120 --> 00:27:24,930 I apologize. 374 00:27:27,590 --> 00:27:29,890 Alright, I won't joke around any longer. 375 00:27:29,890 --> 00:27:33,000 Oh right, I called you here to ask, 376 00:27:33,000 --> 00:27:36,800 I know that that little wooden house was built just for me. 377 00:27:36,800 --> 00:27:41,050 But how come it took eight years to build? 378 00:27:42,000 --> 00:27:44,250 The present Great Liang seems to be calm and peaceful, 379 00:27:44,250 --> 00:27:49,020 But really it's roaring waves and winds. 380 00:27:49,020 --> 00:27:51,700 If you come upon danger someday, 381 00:27:51,700 --> 00:27:55,080 Someone will come escort you to the little house. 382 00:27:55,080 --> 00:27:59,190 There is a cellar in the house where I stored grains and food. 383 00:27:59,190 --> 00:28:03,400 At that time, it'll be enough for you to survive for a while. 384 00:28:06,200 --> 00:28:08,610 Such worries! 385 00:28:09,240 --> 00:28:12,730 What do I have to do with the commotion of the Imperial Court? 386 00:28:13,530 --> 00:28:18,000 At that time, His Majesty will use all soldiers to protect himself. 387 00:28:18,000 --> 00:28:21,870 Who will care about your safety? 388 00:28:22,610 --> 00:28:26,980 In the Inner Palace, there are many people who want you to perish. 389 00:28:26,980 --> 00:28:31,800 I'm afraid someone may harm you during the chaos. 390 00:28:33,900 --> 00:28:36,630 Ever since I entered the palace, 391 00:28:36,630 --> 00:28:39,470 I never thought about leaving it. 392 00:28:39,470 --> 00:28:42,200 If I really do fall one day, 393 00:28:42,200 --> 00:28:47,470 Then I'll jump from the highest tower, death will end all my problems. 394 00:28:48,240 --> 00:28:52,500 Your Majesty, I'm also someone who's died once. 395 00:28:52,500 --> 00:28:55,820 So, living is very precious. 396 00:28:56,350 --> 00:28:59,180 Even if you lose this time, 397 00:28:59,180 --> 00:29:02,630 living on, the east will rise again. 398 00:29:02,630 --> 00:29:05,000 Why end it all? 399 00:29:09,200 --> 00:29:13,040 That year, I was useless and couldn't protect you. 400 00:29:13,040 --> 00:29:14,940 You suffered. 401 00:29:15,860 --> 00:29:18,030 Don't blame yourself. 402 00:29:18,660 --> 00:29:20,800 Don't chase after the past. 403 00:29:21,590 --> 00:29:26,460 You only need to look at the future. These days, crows are flying, 404 00:29:26,460 --> 00:29:30,600 Something bad may happen in Yan city. You must be careful. 405 00:29:30,600 --> 00:29:33,560 Stay in Yong De palace for the most part. If there are changes, 406 00:29:33,560 --> 00:29:35,930 I will immediately tell you. 407 00:29:37,760 --> 00:29:40,010 You must protect yourself, too. 408 00:29:41,190 --> 00:29:42,700 Yes. 409 00:29:45,720 --> 00:29:47,420 I'm leaving. 410 00:30:36,400 --> 00:30:38,400 Ban Ling 'er, get up! 411 00:30:41,450 --> 00:30:44,490 Tell me, where did you hide the map? 412 00:30:46,510 --> 00:30:49,300 I just got back from working at the sleeping palace. 413 00:30:50,000 --> 00:30:53,400 I've just been sleeping here. What map hiding? 414 00:30:53,400 --> 00:30:55,480 You're still lying? 415 00:30:58,820 --> 00:31:01,500 Ban Ling 'er, that map is extremely important! 416 00:31:01,500 --> 00:31:06,180 Only us two know the place. If it wasn't you, then who else? 417 00:31:06,180 --> 00:31:10,560 Your Majesty, it was really just Ban Ling 'er and I working tonight. 418 00:31:13,700 --> 00:31:15,480 She really never left? 419 00:31:15,480 --> 00:31:20,150 After getting back from the sleeping palace, both of us haven't left. 420 00:31:36,500 --> 00:31:39,240 Why did you want me to lie to Consort Ning? 421 00:31:39,240 --> 00:31:42,230 She is His Majesty's most cherished consort! 422 00:31:42,850 --> 00:31:46,250 Who's the one that's always by his side now? 423 00:31:47,200 --> 00:31:49,430 It's me. 424 00:31:49,430 --> 00:31:52,520 I'll remember you helping me. 425 00:31:52,520 --> 00:31:57,670 Once her head falls, your good days will come. 426 00:32:01,650 --> 00:32:04,410 [Huang Xuan Palace] 427 00:32:19,000 --> 00:32:21,910 Your Majesty, it seems the saltpeter storehouse, 428 00:32:21,910 --> 00:32:24,770 possibly could be in the west city region. 429 00:32:25,840 --> 00:32:30,500 You all discussed for so long but only give me this answer? 430 00:32:30,500 --> 00:32:34,850 The west city region is very big. I want an exact location! 431 00:32:37,300 --> 00:32:38,900 Bring the wine! 432 00:32:48,030 --> 00:32:51,810 Brats! You dare misbehave in front of His Majesty! 433 00:32:51,810 --> 00:32:53,740 Carry it out. 434 00:33:22,380 --> 00:33:25,060 [There's an important matter that needs to be reported to the emperor.] 435 00:33:31,580 --> 00:33:35,390 I want to be alone for a bit. You all can leave. 436 00:33:35,400 --> 00:33:37,000 Come back later. 437 00:33:37,800 --> 00:33:39,000 Yes. 438 00:33:48,000 --> 00:33:49,600 Ban Ling 'er. 439 00:33:51,000 --> 00:33:54,000 What did you want to tell me? 440 00:33:54,000 --> 00:33:59,100 Your Majesty, it's about the secret saltpeter storehouse. 441 00:34:00,200 --> 00:34:01,700 How dare you! 442 00:34:04,000 --> 00:34:06,800 That's something very important! You as a palace maid, 443 00:34:06,800 --> 00:34:08,700 Dare talk about it? 444 00:34:08,700 --> 00:34:12,000 How do you know about this? Who told you? 445 00:34:12,000 --> 00:34:15,200 It's when I was warming up with you, 446 00:34:15,200 --> 00:34:17,600 I heard it from the official. 447 00:34:22,200 --> 00:34:25,400 Then, what do you have to tell me? 448 00:34:25,400 --> 00:34:28,200 Your Majesty, you should still remember. 449 00:34:28,200 --> 00:34:31,600 A few months ago, Consort Ning accidentally killed the Prince. 450 00:34:31,600 --> 00:34:36,600 At that time, I buried the corpse with her. 451 00:34:36,600 --> 00:34:42,100 We found a small bag on him. 452 00:34:42,100 --> 00:34:45,100 In it, there was a saltpeter inventory. 453 00:34:45,100 --> 00:34:49,800 There was also a map. On the map, 454 00:34:49,800 --> 00:34:53,400 'Yong Dong Gate, saltpeter storehouse' was written. 455 00:34:55,000 --> 00:34:57,900 Then where is the map right now? 456 00:34:57,900 --> 00:35:00,600 Once I heard from the official, 457 00:35:00,600 --> 00:35:05,100 I thought the Prince of Beiying and Princess Royal had secret interactions. 458 00:35:05,100 --> 00:35:08,500 That map...might've contained clues. So, 459 00:35:08,500 --> 00:35:11,600 I went back and dug up the map. 460 00:35:11,600 --> 00:35:13,200 Then the map? 461 00:35:39,200 --> 00:35:42,500 'Yong Dong Gate saltpeter storehouse'? 462 00:35:44,000 --> 00:35:47,300 All loads measured in ten to twenty pound units... 463 00:35:48,400 --> 00:35:51,000 It's right in front of my palace, how dare they! 464 00:35:51,000 --> 00:35:56,000 Your Majesty, when I was at Lihua Academy, 465 00:35:56,000 --> 00:36:00,400 I heard that the Prince of Beiying was timid with the Princess. 466 00:36:00,400 --> 00:36:04,600 Could it be...the Princess ordered him... 467 00:36:06,690 --> 00:36:08,970 Officials, come in! 468 00:36:11,200 --> 00:36:11,800 Your Majesty. 469 00:36:11,800 --> 00:36:15,800 Use this location to search for the storehouse! 470 00:36:15,800 --> 00:36:17,200 Yes. 471 00:36:19,000 --> 00:36:20,400 Hurry and go! 472 00:36:21,100 --> 00:36:22,400 Yes. 473 00:36:23,000 --> 00:36:24,700 Wait! 474 00:36:24,700 --> 00:36:27,000 If you really can find the saltpeter, 475 00:36:27,990 --> 00:36:30,130 Destroy it on the spot! 476 00:36:31,200 --> 00:36:34,200 Your Majesty, there are many people living near Yong Dong Gate. 477 00:36:34,200 --> 00:36:37,300 I'm afraid it will harm many innocents. 478 00:36:38,600 --> 00:36:41,100 It's insignificant, just a few hundred. 479 00:36:41,100 --> 00:36:43,800 It isn't much bigger than a private gun house. 480 00:36:43,800 --> 00:36:46,200 Your Majesty, now that there is evidence, 481 00:36:46,200 --> 00:36:50,000 How about catching the Princess now? 482 00:36:50,800 --> 00:36:54,400 Now's not the best time. I'm scared of causing commotion. 483 00:36:54,400 --> 00:36:58,200 I also can't let the stock of saltpeter increase each day. 484 00:36:59,000 --> 00:37:01,200 This is the last solution! 485 00:37:01,200 --> 00:37:03,500 Goodbye, Your Majesty. 486 00:37:16,000 --> 00:37:17,800 Lord Wei! 487 00:37:26,800 --> 00:37:29,200 I haven't found the map yet. 488 00:37:29,200 --> 00:37:33,400 But yesterday, I started talking about the Autumn Festival with the Princess, 489 00:37:33,400 --> 00:37:36,700 She laughed and said she arranged it. 490 00:37:37,600 --> 00:37:39,500 But past festivals... 491 00:37:39,500 --> 00:37:43,900 Didn't His Majesty himself write the Celestial Words? 492 00:37:45,000 --> 00:37:47,000 So, I'm guessing... 493 00:37:48,000 --> 00:37:51,000 They'll start before the festival. 494 00:37:51,000 --> 00:37:53,300 That's about right. 495 00:37:54,600 --> 00:37:58,500 But, our time is extremely limited and I haven't found the map. 496 00:37:59,200 --> 00:38:01,600 At least we know about Yong Dong Gate. 497 00:38:01,600 --> 00:38:06,600 Yong Dong Gate is so big, we can't just search everyone's house. 498 00:38:06,600 --> 00:38:10,300 Looking from afar, there are always small hints to search for. 499 00:38:11,700 --> 00:38:13,000 I'll take care of it. 500 00:38:13,000 --> 00:38:14,700 Be careful. 501 00:38:19,550 --> 00:38:21,370 Don't worry. 502 00:38:24,980 --> 00:38:26,520 Wei Guang! 503 00:39:19,600 --> 00:39:20,700 Alright. 504 00:39:35,800 --> 00:39:40,200 Don't go. There are many of His Majesty's men, they may recognize you. 505 00:39:41,900 --> 00:39:43,400 Who are you? 506 00:39:43,400 --> 00:39:45,200 An ally. 507 00:39:49,800 --> 00:39:53,600 I already knew you were an ally, why are we meeting so late? 508 00:39:53,600 --> 00:39:57,000 What, Grand Marshal Wei dressing up like this, 509 00:39:57,000 --> 00:39:59,600 Are you searching for the saltpeter storehouse? 510 00:39:59,600 --> 00:40:01,200 You too. 511 00:40:02,000 --> 00:40:06,700 It really is busy. You just followed the prison guards here. 512 00:40:07,500 --> 00:40:12,400 The prison guards have many connections with Yan Kuan. 513 00:40:12,400 --> 00:40:14,800 What are they here for? 514 00:40:14,800 --> 00:40:18,400 Also, His Majesty sent many experts. 515 00:40:18,400 --> 00:40:20,500 What are they here for? 516 00:40:22,200 --> 00:40:23,600 I received news. 517 00:40:23,600 --> 00:40:27,400 The Princess' generals are secretly rushing to Yan city right now. 518 00:40:27,400 --> 00:40:29,400 If it's like the Princess said, 519 00:40:29,400 --> 00:40:32,500 Their plan has already been put into action. 520 00:40:32,500 --> 00:40:36,200 What's important right now is to find that storehouse. 521 00:40:36,200 --> 00:40:38,000 Do you have a target? 522 00:40:38,590 --> 00:40:39,920 How about you? 523 00:40:46,500 --> 00:40:50,000 Is this restaurant your target? 524 00:40:50,000 --> 00:40:52,400 So this is your target too? 525 00:40:52,400 --> 00:40:54,600 No wonder why you're the smartest. 526 00:41:00,000 --> 00:41:01,900 The storehouse is right at Yong Dong Gate. 527 00:41:01,900 --> 00:41:05,200 Yong Dong Gate has ten or so restaurants, each being very quiet. 528 00:41:05,200 --> 00:41:08,200 Only this restaurant has people coming in and out. 529 00:41:08,200 --> 00:41:11,000 Also, the food here is very cheap. 530 00:41:11,000 --> 00:41:15,900 People kill for a living, but no one takes up a job that loses money. 531 00:41:15,900 --> 00:41:17,800 There must be something suspicious. 532 00:41:18,600 --> 00:41:22,700 I've searched already. This restaurant was opened by the Prince of Guangding. 533 00:41:22,700 --> 00:41:26,400 He's a playful person. A restaurant earns small profits, 534 00:41:26,400 --> 00:41:30,400 How could he suddenly change personality and start a professional business? 535 00:41:32,800 --> 00:41:35,400 There's trouble now, we've been followed. 536 00:41:35,400 --> 00:41:38,100 Based on their outfits, they must be Yan Zheng's men. 537 00:41:39,800 --> 00:41:42,000 We stood at the entrance of the restaurant for a long time, 538 00:41:42,000 --> 00:41:44,200 If they report back to Princess Royal, 539 00:41:44,200 --> 00:41:49,200 She'll know we've already found the location of the storehouse. 540 00:41:49,200 --> 00:41:53,000 So, these people cannot be kept. 541 00:41:53,000 --> 00:41:57,100 Seems they are hard to handle. 542 00:41:57,100 --> 00:42:00,600 How about this, let's split up. 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